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NVC Counseling ServicesParenting ResourcesCatholic CharitiesFamily and children’s services. Offers parent support groups, adolescent pregnancyand parenting programs, and other counseling and education resources.210-267-2567http://ccaosa.orgFamily Service AssociationProvides parenting education, child care resource and referral service, and child g/programs/parenting-education/KidShareA program through the Family Service Association. Provides a safe environmentwhere children can be transferred between parents for visitation. Also providescounseling, therapeutic supervision, and seminars on coping with grams/kidshare/Students who areparents face manyunique challenges.There’s helpavailable!Wesley Health & Wellness CenterFamily wellness programs include parenting programs, recreation & enrichment, andhealth education and clinicsSan Antonio Metropolitan Health (Metro Health)City/county public health agency provides clinical services, immunizations, STD/HIV testing, pregnancy and infant health programs, WIC, and health althCLICK TOGO BACKTO THE TOPPage 9Created: 04/04/2017 Adriana Cantu—NVC Counseling ServicesRevised: 09/21/2020

NVC Counseling Services—Community Resource GuideHousing, Rental, Utility AssistanceAlamo Area Resource CenterMaintains affordable housing database and provides housing referral and placement services.Also provides short term rental, mortgage and utility assistance for those who qualify.210-625-7200www.aarcsa.comBexar County Direct Client Services—Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (CEAP)The Direct Client Services Division receives funding from the State to offer financial assistance to eligible County residents for electric and natural gas bills. This assistance is designed to preventutility disconnection and to assist households in becoming 02/Direct-Client-ServicesEnergy-AssistanceCatholic Charities, Archdiocese of San Antonio, Inc.One-time emergency financial assistance to prevent utility disconnection, financial coaching and budgetassessment for income-eligible individuals and families. Please contact Lizzy Nemeth at 210-226-6178x205 for additional information. (By appointment only; First come first serve munity-center/Center for Working FamiliesAccess to emergency rental assistance for short-term hardship, eviction notice. Must have ability to getback on track with paying rent in future, and landlord must be willing to work with the services/FinanceEmergencyHaven for HopeEmergency shelter and transitional living services. (Must be a resident of Bexar County with proof ofresidency, for ex. library cards, tax documents, dated receipts).(210) 220-21001 Haven for Hope WaySan Antonio, Texas 78207www.havenforhope.orgSalvation Army Hope Center / Emergency Shelter for Women and ChildrenProvides emergency shelter for women and single parents with children and intact families. Provides intake assessment, daily case management, parenting and life skills, and a clean facility with launderette.You must bring ID/Social Security Card, you must have your children with you (please bring any of theirdocuments such as birth certificate, Medicaid docs, etc.). Intakes are 3pm to 6pm, but you can call at anytime.515 W. ElmiraSan Antonio, TX o.org/center-hope-corps/San Antonio Housing AuthorityHousing Choice Voucher (Section 8), and public housing programs.818 South FloresSan Antonio, TX 78204210-477-6000 (general)210-477-6199 (Sec. 8 or low income)http://saha.org/index.php/applicationCLICK TOGO BACKTO THE TOPPage 10Created: 04/04/2017 Adriana Cantu—NVC Counseling ServicesRevised: 09/21/2020

NVC Counseling ServicesDomestic & Sexual ViolenceShelters, counseling, advocacy and comprehensive support for victims of domestic or sexual violence and theirchildren.Battered Women’s Shelter of Bexar County210-733-8810www.fvps.orgRape Crisis Center4606 Centerview Ste. 200San Antonio, TX 78228210-349-7273 (24-hour Hotline)www.rapecrisis.comSAPD Victims Advocacy /Victims-AdvocacyFamily Justice Center210-631-0100http://www.bcfjc.orgGuadalupe Valley Family Violence uin.orgCrisis Center of Comal County830-620-4357800-434-8013For hearing impaired, text: 830-499-1221http://www.ccccnbtx.orgHill Country CARES:Serves Kerr, Kendall, Kimble, Bandera & Gillespie counties.888-621-0047www.hccares.comFamily Violence Prevention Services210-930-3669www.fvps.orgAbuse & Neglect of Children or the Elderly/DisabledAdults:Statewide Reporting ntact Us/report abuse.aspCLICK TOGO BACKTO THE TOPPage 11Created: 04/04/2017 Adriana Cantu—NVC Counseling ServicesRevised: 09/21/2020

NVC Counseling Services—Community Resource GuideCounselingCenter for Health Care Services (MH/MR)Psychiatric (medication) services, mental health counseling, substance abuse treatment.210-261-1250 Non-emergency210-223-7233 24/7 Crisis and Substance Abuse Hotline (Toll-free: 800-316-9241)http://chcsbc.org/CentroMedBehavioral health Care Health CentersIndividual psychotherapy, medication ity Counseling Service—Our Lady of the Lake UniversityCounseling services for individual, couple, brid/18/default-hybrid-ollu.aspx?pgid 7785&gid 1Family Life Center—St. Mary’s UniversityLocated at St. Mary’s University, this center provides comprehensive counseling services,including play therapy for each/counseling/Family Service AssociationComprehensive counseling services, as well as youth-based & parenting programs. Call forthe nearest g/For emergencies,dial 9-1-1.For mental health crisis,contact the 24-7 crisishotline at 210-223-7233or800-316-9241Jewish Family ServiceCounseling & support groups for a multitude of issues.210-302-6920http://www.jfs-sa.org/Rape Crisis CenterCounseling & advocacy to victims of sexual assault/abuse, including victims of childhoodsexual abuse. No fee for services.210-349-7273www.rapecrisis.comSarabia Family Counseling Center—University of Texas at San AntonioFree counseling services for the San Antonio mmunity-family-life-center/St. PJ’s Counseling CenterIndividual, family, marital, sibling, & group therapy; parenting programs.210-533-1203www.stpjhome.orgCLICK TOGO BACKTO THE TOPPage 12Created: 04/04/2017 Adriana Cantu—NVC Counseling ServicesRevised: 09/21/2020

NVC Counseling ServicesSubstance & Alcohol AbuseAlcoholics Anonymous - Central Service Office of San Antonio210-821-6325210-822-4491 Fax/TDD Line210-828-6235 24-Hour Helplinehttp://www.aasanantonio.org/Esperanza Area Narcotics Anonymous210-434-0665 or800-221-9091888-600-6229 (Spanish)http://www.eanaonline.org/South Central Texas Area Cocaine Anonymous210-232-6382http://ca-scta.org/Alpha HomeOutpatient services and residential rehab for women ONLY.419 E. Magnolia St.San Antonio, TX ine the thingthat can and shall bedone, and then weshall find the way.”- Abraham LincolnArmy Substance Abuse Program2991 Garden Ave., Bldg 1279ASan Antonio, TX 78234(Across from Ft. Sam Houston errain/1.aspxLifetime Recovery96 Crossroads Blvd.San Antonio, TX 78201Phone: (210) 734-6362, Press 1210-633-0201http://www.lifetimerecoverytx.orgRise Recovery: Palmer Drug Abuse ProgramCounseling, group meetings, chemical-free activities and e Center for Health Care Services Substance Abuse Treatment ServicesDetox, opioid treatment, public sobering unit, intensive outpatient programs.210-261-1250http://chcsbc.org/CLICK TOGO BACKTO THE TOPPage 13Created: 04/04/2017 Adriana Cantu—NVC Counseling ServicesRevised: 09/21/2020

NVC Counseling Services—Community Resource GuideSuicide PreventionCenter for Health Care Services (MH/MR)Psychiatric (medication) services, mental health counseling, substanceabuse treatment.210-261-1250 (Non-emergency)210-223-7233 (24/7 Crisis and Substance Abuse Hotline)800-316-9241 (Toll-free 24/7 Crisis and Substance Abuse Hotline)http://chcsbc.org/National Suicide Prevention LifelineFree and confidential support and resources. 24/7 hotline and online chatavailable.800-273-8255888-628-9454 (Spanish)800-273-8255 (Veteran’s Crisis Line)800-799-4889 (TTY)https://suicidepreventionlifeline.orgThe Trevor ProjectSuicide prevention and peer support focusing on LGBTQ youth. Onlinechat orgLGBTQ Pride Center San AntonioAdvocacy, mentoring, support groups, safe zone training, community resources.1002 N. Flores St.San Antonio, TX 78212Email: ersa.orgPFLAG San AntonioSupport and information for parents, families, friendsand allies of the LGBTQ community.210-848-7407Email: pflag210@gmail.comhttps://pflagsanantonio.orgSan Antonio Gender AssociationSupport for transsexual, transgender, and gender variant individuals. Group meets every first and thirdThursday of the month from 6-9pm at 611 E. Myrtle,San Antonio, TX.http://www.sagender.net/Thrive Youth CenterProvide support, education, case management forhomeless LGBTQ mTrans LifelineSupport, information, advocacy, and education fortrans individuals.877-565-8860Email: .org/CLICK TOGO BACKTO THE TOPPage 14Created: 04/04/2017 Adriana Cantu—NVC Counseling ServicesRevised: 09/21/2020

NVC Counseling ServicesLegal ResourcesCaritas Legal ServicesProgram provided through Catholic Charities, offering “Ask-A-Lawyer” legal clinics.Legal information provided, and referrals to legal aid or referrals to other attorneys whooffer sliding-scale egal-services/Center for Legal and Social Justice—St. Mary’sAssists disadvantaged individuals with legal issues.210- 436-3523https://law.stmarytx.edu/Community Justice ProgramFree legal services to low-income residents of South Texas by the San Antonio BarAssociation. Cases taken based on eligibility. Clients must prequalify.210-227-8822Email: ��Injustice anywhere isa threat to justiceeverywhere.”Martin Luther King,Jr.Jewish Family ServiceAttorney Mike Robbins offers free legal advice on any matter the 1st & 3rd Tuesday ofevery month at 4:30 pm. (arrive at least 10 minutes early).Individuals are seen on a first-come/first-serve basis, only up to ten people per session.Phone: 210-533-1112 (Call to request an appointment.)Location: 1151 Mission Rd., San Antonio, TX 78210San Antonio Community Law CenterProvides legal services for working poor and elderly people ineligible for Texas RioGrande Legal Aid.210-271-9595Texas Rio Grande Legal AidProvides free legal services to low-income residents.888-988-9996http://www.trla.org/Texas Advocacy ProjectOperates three statewide toll-free legal hotlines. Specialists gather initial informationand connects callers to speak to an appropriate attorney.800-777-3247 (Family Law Hotline)800-374-4673 (Family Violence Legal Hotline)800-296-7233 (Sexual Assault Legal Hotline)512-476-5377 (Texas Advocacy Project Office)CLICK TOwww.texasadvocacyproject.orgGO BACKTO THE TOPPage 15Created: 04/04/2017 Adriana Cantu—NVC Counseling ServicesRevised: 09/21/2020

NVC Counseling Services—Community Resource GuideConflict Resolution and MediationBexar County Dispute Resolution CenterTrained volunteers offer free mediation services to Bexar County residents at nocost. Assists in mediating civil disputes without going to court. The Center alsooffers referral services and community outreach services.210-335-2128home.bexar.org/drcDisability Rights TexasAdvocates for persons with disability who are experiencing a legal problem orhaving difficulty obtaining disability services.800-252-9108210-737-0499Video Phone: ncial Resources for CollegeFederal Student AidComplete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to apply for federal student financial aid (federal loans or grants, depending on eligibility).https://fafsa.ed.govApplying for FederalFinancial Aid is aFREE process. Don’tfall for scams!Alamo Colleges ScholarshipsVisit www.alamo.edu/nvc and click on “Admissions and Aid” and then click“Scholarships” under the “Paying For College” tab for information on scholarshipsavailable at the Alamo Colleges.Email: é CollegeServes students on a walk-in basis. Provides college access advice, guidance and collegereadiness workshops. Will help students complete a FAFSA application.131 El Paso St, San Antonio, TX 78204210-207-4528http://www.cafecollege.orgFAFSA ForecasterProvides a forecast of potential eligibility for aid. Once complete, the information can betransferred from the forecaster to FAFSA NUED ON NEXT PAGECLICK TOGO BACKTO THE TOPPage 16Created: 04/04/2017 Adriana Cantu—NVC Counseling ServicesRevised: 09/21/2020

NVC Counseling ServicesFinancial Resources for College, cont.FastWebOnline resource for matching students with te provides “how-to” guidance on different types of financial aid (public vs.private loans, scholarship tips, repayment information etc.)http://www.finaid.orgMinnie Stevens Piper FoundationStudents can visit the website to obtain free information on scholarships andgrants. We recommend searching the “Subject Index to Financial Aid /education/msp/Scholarships —usually based onathletic or academicmerit, or your field ofstudy.Grants—funds areusually need-based(for example, basedon family income).Federal grants arethe most common.Project QuestProvides comprehensive financial & social services to low-incomestudents in Bexar County pursuing qualifying vocational & technical degrees.515 SW 24th St., San Antonio, TX 78207210-630-4690www.questsa.orgSan Antonio Area FoundationVisit their website to apply for various scholarships and find other scholarship tipsand resources. We recommend downloading the complete list of scholarship fundsfor a summary of available scholarships and application deadlines.210-225-2243Email: omeScholarshipSeekers.aspxLoans— FederalLoans are the mostcommon and providethe most protection tostudent consumers.Loans should be alast resort ifscholarships orgrants areunavailable. Loansmust be repaid!CLICK TOGO BACKTO THE TOPPage 17Created: 04/04/2017 Adriana Cantu—NVC Counseling ServicesRevised: 09/21/2020

NVC Counseling Services—Community Resource GuideThis community resource list has been compiled for your convenience. It contains contact information for mental health resources, andother treatment and community support agencies in the San Antoniocommunity.Northwest Vista CollegeStudent Advocacy and ResourceCenter - CounselingDesert Willow Welcome Center3535 N. Ellison DriveSan Antonio, TX 78251Phone:Fax:Email:Most of these agencies function on a sliding-scale fee system. Werecommend students contact these agencies directly for more information about their fee structure. Students may also want to contacttheir insurance company as a primary source for referral listings.210-486-HELP tion on non-Northwest Vista College organizations are provided solely as a service to our students. These referrals do not constitute an endorsement of these organizations or their programs byNorthwest Vista College, and none should be inferred.We’re on the ntstudents/counseling-services/For additional resources not seen here, or for questions or corrections,please contact NVC Counseling Services!NVC Counseling ServicesWe are here for you!Difficult issues can get in the way of academic success. Trained and licensed staffcan guide you in person

Created: 04/04/2017 Adriana Cantu—NVC Counseling Services Revised: 09/21/2020 NVC Counseling Services Community Resource Guide Please Note: We attempt to highlight low-cost services in this referral guide. However, each agency may have different re-quirements to qualify. Please con